If your Kenmore ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. The New Freedom list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near New Freedom work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, New Freedom PA
40 repair companies serve New Freedom from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include York (5), Westminster (4), and Hanover (4). Distances run up to about 25 miles. No company within 90 miles of New Freedom mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Wilson & Sons, about 9.8 miles away. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from New Freedom. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.8, 11.3, 12.1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 19 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 18 |
At the top of the New Freedom list: Sears Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 491 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Beyond Appliances Repair Services LLC (21.3 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 233 reviews); Fix Appliance Baltimore County (20.2 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NT Appliances Repair Service (25.0 miles away, based in Randallstown, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include top-freezer refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Kenmore's garage-ready refrigerators use an inverter compressor that it says holds temperatures steadier, runs quieter and wears less than a conventional compressor. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
Kenmore explains that in a cold room the thermostat in a standard refrigerator can sense the cabinet as cold enough, so the compressor stays off and food in the freezer can thaw. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
Common Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Freezer thawing in a cold garage. Kenmore says a standard refrigerator in a room below about 45°F may not run its compressor enough, and recommends a garage-ready model built for a wide temperature range. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in New Freedom and freezer repair in New Freedom.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- A new Kenmore refrigerator reaches a usable fresh food temperature in about 4 to 6 hours, but the freezer needs 12 to 24 hours to settle at its 0°F target. Source: Kenmore - FAQ: How long does it take for a new fridge to reach its designated temperature?
- Kenmore rates its garage-ready models for surrounding temperatures from 45°F to 110°F and notes that standard refrigerators struggle below 45°F. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for New Freedom, PA
Most ice maker calls in New Freedom come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Repair Company in New Freedom
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: New Freedom, PA
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Also Serving Towns Around New Freedom
The technicians listed for New Freedom also cover smaller towns nearby, including Stewartstown. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.